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Truth. Treaties. Voice.

This NAIDOC Week, we urge the Commonwealth Government and each member of Federal Parliament to take action towards Truth, Treaties and Voice. Sign the petition to show your support!

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Aug 27 · by

Who are we to suggest things could be different?

As our politicians are distracted, and our nation is increasingly divided, a gracious and compassionate Christian voice is needed to centre us on people over politics.

Jul 14 · by

Because of Aunty Rev Denise Champion, we can!

Katherine Rainger celebrates the transformative ministry and theology of Aunty Rev Denise Champion, the first Aboriginal women ordained in South Australia.

Jul 13 · by

Because of Aunty Sharon Minniecon, we can!

Rev Mark Wormell celebrates Aunty Sharon Minniecon's 42 years of faithful Christian ministry across this country, and her continuning service to faithfully love and serve God, her people, and the wider church.

Jul 12 · by

Because of Aunty Jean Phillips, we can!

Brooke Prentis interviews Aunty Jean Phillips about the Aboriginal women who have shaped her life, her ministries empowering the next generation of Aboriginal Christian leaders, and her vision to see the Australian Church partnering with Aboriginal ministries in the healing of this land.

Jul 11 · by Rachel Borneman

Because of Aunty Joanne Brumel, we can!

Rachel Borneman honours her aunty through the skin system, Aunty Joanne Brumel, and celebrates her determination, her love for her family, her commitment to education, her leadership and support of the next generation, and her example of faithfulness amidst pain and difficulty.

Jul 10 · by

Because of Aunty Doseena Fergie, we can!

Safina Stewart celebrates the impact her mother Aunty Doseena Fergie has had on countless lives, as she continues to educate, inspire, advocate, lead, love and support people throughout the world.

Jul 10 · by

Because of Aunty Winnie Dawson, we can!

Sono Leone honours her grandmother Aunty Winnie Dawson who faithfully loved her family through all circumstances and became a determined advocate for justice in her time.

Jul 09 · by Sharon Varcoe

Because of Aunty Pat Waria-Read, we can!

Sharon Varcoe, a Narungga women from South Australia, celebrates the life and ministry of Aunty Pat Waria-Read who has encouraged and supported her as a spiritual mother and mentor.

Jul 08 · by

Welcome to NAIDOC Week, from Brooke Prentis!

Brooke Prentis launches our NAIDOC Week Series, "Because of her, we can!" with a powerful reflection on the women who have shaped her life, and the opportunity for us all this NAIDOC Week.

Jun 03 · by

Thank you for your friendship - Reconciliation Week

Brooke Prentis reflects on National Reconciliation Week 2018 as it comes to a close and thanks the Common Grace community for coming on the journey of friendship.

Jun 02 · by

Celebrating the Grasstree Gathering this Reconciliation Week

This year, The Grasstree Gathering brought together more than 80 Aboriginal Christian Leaders from across the country. In friendship today, watch a video from the Grasstree Gathering and celebrate with them by sharing it on.

Jun 01 · by

Safina Stewart on Healing & Hospitality - Reconciliation Week

Aboriginal Christian Leader Safina Stewart reflects on the ministry of administering God's healing through Reconciliation and a vision of generous hospitality.

May 31 · by

Rhanee Tsetsakos on the Challenge to Acknowledge

Aboriginal Christian Leader Rhanee Tsetsakos challenges churches to acknowledge and prioritise the needs of its First Peoples in the hope of true peace & Reconciliation.

May 30 · by

Nicole Velkoski on when Aboriginal voices are heard

Aboriginal Christian Leader Nicole Velkoski reflects on a vision of Reconciliation where Aboriginal voices are heard and matter.

May 29 · by

Adam Gowen on Unity in Diversity - Reconciliation Week

Aboriginal Christian Leader Adam Gowan reflects on a vision of unity in our diversity and the true reconciliation of all things.

May 28 · by

Sono Leone on Reconciliation through Relationship

Aboriginal Christian Leader Sono Leone reflects on the challenges of Reconciliation and shares her heart to see relationships built between Aboriginal & non-Aboriginal Australia.